Oscars Telecast Secrets: Eminem Contingency Plan, Janelle Monae Opener, and That ‘Cats’ Gag — Variety

If you’re still wondering how Eminem wound up performing at this year’s Academy Awards, credit Justin Timberlake for the idea — sort of. Timberlake opened the 2017 ceremony with a performance of his hit “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” and since then, the Oscars has embraced including high-energy musical numbers to liven up the telecast. Last…

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